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John Edgar

BACP

John Edgar , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About John

John Edgar is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with ten years of professional experience working across mental health services, schools, prisons, and cancer charities. As a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), he draws on a decade of practice supporting people through difficult life chapters and complex emotional challenges.

He has worked with individuals facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, health concerns such as cancer, and career-related difficulties. His background in varied settings means he is familiar with both short-term and longer-term needs, and with responding to issues that arise from health, relationships, work, and life transitions.

John Edgar approaches each person without judgment and with an emphasis on respect, sensitivity, and compassion. He adapts the pace of therapy to suit each individual and tailors sessions to match specific needs and goals. Taking the step to start therapy is seen as the first move toward personal growth, and he welcomes the opportunity to work with people who are ready to begin that process.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Accessible Online Care

John Edgar uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the presenting problem and the individual. One common focus is on techniques that help manage stress, anxiety, and depression - these approaches teach practical skills for recognizing patterns, managing symptoms, and improving day-to-day functioning. Another emphasis is on approaches suited to trauma, grief, and loss - these methods support processing difficult experiences and rebuilding a sense of stability and self-compassion after distressing events.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work together. John Edgar collaborates with each person to identify what feels most helpful based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the approach as therapy progresses to ensure the best fit.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent support around work, family, or geographical constraints. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling, allow therapy to continue when in-person meetings are difficult, and provide multiple ways for people to engage that suit different communication styles and life circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does John Edgar have?

John Edgar has 10 years of professional experience in counselling and related mental health work.

Is John Edgar a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential BACP. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

In which languages does John Edgar provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is John Edgar located?

John Edgar is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with John Edgar as my therapist?

You can work with John Edgar through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does John Edgar work with international clients?

Yes, John Edgar works with international clients.

How much does therapy with John Edgar cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefCareer difficultiesDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

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Languages

English

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